$29
weeklyor $400 for 28 classes
High School English: Shakespeare & Research
Completed by 14 learners
Ages 14-18
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
2x per week, 14 weeks
3-6 learners per class
45 min
What's included
28 live meetings
21 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be asked to complete all of their reading outside of class. If some of our writing work is unfinished after class, students will be asked to complete that work outside of class as well. But the majority of work will be completed in class.Assessment
Students will be given several formal writing assignments throughout the semester. While these are not tests, per se, they can be used as assessment pieces for homeschooling evidence, which many states and countries require. All formal writing in my class will be completed with multiple rounds of written and verbal feedback. Students will have the opportunity to work through their writing skills as a group and 1-1 with me in class!Grading
Grading - Students will have the opportunity to receive a grade in the form of their choosing.I am happy to provide a grade in the form of a percentage, letter, or both. I can also offer a formal letter for submission to state programs. I ask students throughout the semester about their needs for grading and am happy to work with parents to create a plan that meets their needs! Please note that Grading is NOT required.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 10
Intermediate - Advanced Level
In this semester-long course, students will participate in various reading, writing, and discussion activities through a non-fiction unit, two novel studies, a research unit, and a short creative writing unit. The outline below may shift as the semester goes on depending on student needs, but we will go through the units as prescribed. As a teacher and a parent, I feel it is important to make adjustments based on student needs so that students are getting the most out of their classes and so that they are developing the skills that they need to be successful. We will take typical holiday breaks according to the United States federal holidays. We will also be taking a full week's break during the week of Thanksgiving so that students can spend time with their families. *** Thank you for your consideration of my class. Please note that the proficiency levels and grades that are listed in the course description are recommendations but all students are welcome! Through professional training, I have developed classes with writing, reading, and discussions that can be modified to meet each student’s individual needs. For students who are interested in Honors and Advanced Options for transcripts, please reach out as soon as possible so that we can arrange transcript details for you! Please note that while the course is designed with 9th and 10th-grade students in mind, I have a flexible age range. Students of varying ages are welcome if this class's curriculum, content, skills, teaching style, etc. fit their needs. I encourage all students and parents interested in my class to contact me with questions they might have! ***
Learning Goals
- Students will be able to identify the following literary elements: character and character development, genre, plot development and major plot points, symbolism, themes, and more!
- Students will engage in discussions and debates with one another as we explore more than just reading comprehension but also the complex decisions the author makes and its cultural and historical connections to the time period.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)2 Units
28 Lessons
over 14 WeeksUnit 1: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Lesson 1:
Introduction to the Semester
- Introduction and Welcome
- Student "Interviews" - Goals, Experiences, and Interests
- Introduction to Basic English Skills
- Introduction to Google Drive
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Introduction to Shakespeare
- Introduction to Shakespeare and Much Ado About Nothing
- Wait... Shakespeare Can Be Fun? And Funny???
- Introduction to Shakespeare Abridged
- Introduction to Shakespearean Language
- Shakespearean Insults
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
- The Importance of Shakespeare
- The Relevance of Shakespeare in the Modern World
- Shakespearean Language
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
- Character Introductions
- Elements of Shakespearean Writing
- Plot Development
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need to purchase the novels and have access to the literature pieces with copyrights. Some of the work we will be working with will be creative commons work or will be out of copyright. These we can access without an issue. All work we complete (the curriculum itself) is developed by me so there is no need to purchase a copyrighted curriculum!
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
This will be the third semester class that I run on Outschool. Below are links to the other semester classes. I have been teaching here for multiple years and have taught thousands of students in public schools, private tutoring, and Outschool classes. Shakespeare has a special place in my heart when working with students and research is an excellent way to learn how to write and develop paragraphs. Please feel free to check out these classes to gain a better understanding and feeling of my expertise.
Semester Classes:
- Frankenstein and Oedipus Rex: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-english-a-semester-long-course-v8hZFmgO#usl0R3fRwf
- Persepolis and As I Lay Dying: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-english-a-semester-long-course-gU17NRCz?usid=l0R3fRwf&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Research Classes:
- Level One: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-research-developing-skills-CnfSxLHD#usl0R3fRwf
- Level Two: https://outschool.com/classes/high-school-research-ii-perfecting-skills-SrlmIdgF#usl0R3fRwf
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